Undergraduate

Important lessons learned outside the classroomMIT senior Jean Sack describes her experience with the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program

Exploring the brain, and the worldBrain and cognitive sciences major Joy Ekuta researches, learns and teaches her way around the globe.

A class for empowerment and a lifetime of changeRAD program teaches self-defense to members of campus community

Daniel Jimenez named Gates Cambridge Scholar for 2013Alumnus to pursue graduate studies in engineering for sustainable development at Cambridge University.

Students witness science policy in actionMIT students participate in the final mercury talks resulting in an international treaty.

Undergraduate contributes to fusion reactor advancementJake Jurewicz, a nuclear science and engineering-physics double major, received a fellowship to develop new simulation and visualization software at the National Fusion Facility in California.

CME student wins design prize at Cambridge UniversityFareeha Safir discusses her award-winning microfluidics device and Cambridge-MIT Exchange program experience.

MIT students create new medical devicesPrecision machine design class links doctors with students to find ways of meeting pressing medical needs for new technology.

A physicist and her neutrinosMIT senior Christie Chiu has found her focus: the study of tiny particles.

SuperUROP propels undergraduate research to next levelPoster session showcases student advances in key technologies and attracts faculty, venture capitalists and industry sponsors.

Finding his voiceFirst-generation college student Eric Trac makes the most of MIT — whether through medical research or community service.

Undergrads take the lead in 10.27Class offers students a unique opportunity to contribute to the field of energy.

Measuring MIT’s plug loadUndergrad project offers glimpse of electricity consumption on campus.

Daniel Hastings to step down as dean for undergraduate educationFollowing seven years of administrative leadership, Hastings will return to the MIT faculty.

Students invited to become Gordon Engineering LeadersProgram provides students with the opportunity to strengthen engineering leadership skills.

MIT admits 650 talented and diverse students through early actionChanges in admissions process keep pace with rise in applications.

The What, Who, and How of DUE: Global Education and Career Development (GECD)Global Education & Career Development (GECD) comprises three complementary areas within one office.

Young African leaders propose paths to prosperity for the continentMembers of Youth Think Tank meet with Legatum Center staff and fellows at MIT.

New online learning tool brings 'the crowd' into homework assignments

School within a school: MIT ConcourseA learning community in which MIT freshmen explore the sciences, humanities and social sciences in a small, close-knit community (with a kitchen!)

Physics receives 2012 APS award for improving undergraduate physics educationOne of four institutions recognized

MIT Together helps students find helpNew website and campaign demystifies, destigmatizes seeking support.

Building a better worldFrom fuel cells to bamboo, and from Tanzania to Brazil, MIT senior Arfa Aijazi crosses borders and disciplines to make an impact.